Shloka 2.44.17

सुमित्रोपदेशः — Sumitra’s Consolation to Kausalya

Devanagari script

पृथिव्या सह वैदेह्या श्रिया च पुरुषर्षभः।क्षिप्रं तिसृभिरेताभि स्सह रामोऽभिषेक्ष्यते।।।।

Transliteration

pṛthivyā saha vaidehyā śriyā ca puruṣarṣabhaḥ | kṣipraṃ tisṛbhir etābhiḥ saha rāmo 'bhiṣekṣyate ||

Translation

Rāma, the bull among men, will soon be consecrated—together with these three: the Earth, Vaidehī (Sītā), and Śrī (Fortune).

Context

Rama, the best among men, will soon be coronated with these three namely the earth, the goddess of fortune and Sita.

Characters & Entities

• Rama
• Sita (Vaidehi)
• Shri (Goddess of Fortune)
• Earth (Prithivi)

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

Dharma upholds rightful order: Rama’s kingship is presented as inevitable and aligned with cosmic and social harmony (earth and fortune naturally accompany a righteous ruler).

What is the narrative situation?

A consoling voice reassures Kausalya that exile is temporary and that Rama will soon attain coronation with auspicious supports.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Rama’s worthiness for rajadharma—his fitness to rule is so complete that prosperity and legitimacy are depicted as naturally joining him.